Lytham is a truly lovely part of the world. So on top of the fact that this property is sat in such a location, it also boasts the wonderful status of being a collection of converted farm and barn buildings, offering the lucky owner seven bedrooms and everything from a gym and sauna to a party room. As long as they have £1.35m, that is...

Parents in Lancashire who are applying for school places for their children next year are being advised to do their homework – and try to include at least one “realistic” option out of the three preferences which they can select.